ACX
The Bloomer's Paradox
Scott examines a paradox where bloomers and anti-doomers warn against apocalyptic thinking while treating doomerism itself as an unprecedented existential crisis requiring drastic action.
19 min read 2,899 words
A thread through the archive
optimism
Essays tagged “optimism”. Follow an idea across the archive.
Essays on optimism
3 essaysACX
California Gubernatorial Candidates From Z to Z
Scott Alexander humorously reviews the 26 candidates for California governor in 2022, highlighting their diverse backgrounds and unconventional policy ideas.
74 min read 11,334 words
SSC
Book Review: Zero To One
Scott Alexander reviews 'Zero To One' by Peter Thiel, discussing its advice on creating monopolies, believing in secrets, and embracing definite optimism for successful startups.
39 min read 5,908 words